May 5, 2009

Flaky is a word that seems to have mostly negative connotations. For example, a flaky person is someone who's scatterbrained or ditzy, and a flaky scalp implies poor hygiene (which is usually not the case)(not that I have dandruff or anything)(really)(not that there's anything wrong with that)(if it is, in fact, unavoidable).

On the upside, a flaky pie crust is terrific, and I've just discovered that a flaky bar is pretty outstanding too.
Okay, so this is a different kind of flakeage altogether. These bars are made flaky by the use of cereal flakes--Caramel Nut Crunch, in this case. They bear a strong resemblance to your good ol' Rice Krispies (or Cheerios) Treat, but they're much more sophisticated. How so, you ask? Why, there's coconut in them! And sliced almonds! And bits of caramel-coated nuts!

These bars are easy to throw together and really tasty. The original recipe called for corn flakes, but I truly doubt that a version using Caramel Nut Crunch could be improved upon--the cereal adds a sweetness and nuttiness I suspect no other selection would provide.

Those caramel clusters are something else, folks.

Ah...I do love a quick fix. And the next time someone calls me flaky, I'll take it as a compliment.

Grease a 9x9-inch pan or line it with wax paper.
Melt the butter in the microwave; add the marshmallows and heat at 30-second intervals until melted and combined. Stir in the vanilla and cinnamon. Dump in the flakes and coconut, and stir to coat evenly. Press into the prepared pan and let set before cutting into bars.

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comments:

I love RKT's, and I can imagine that this so much better! I have a few friends that them for me regularly, so I'll have to forward the recipe along. Sometimes, they use cocoa crispies, instead... I bet cocoa flakes would be good in this too.

You crack me up. Always. I love to check your funny posts. Not to mention that you have such great food to share, too. These very sophisticated flaky bars look wonderful. I love different takes on old classics.

Ooooh, I want me some flaky goodness! I bet every single bite was yummilicious. I see that some cinnamon found it's way into the pan. I think I need to make these. Don't you just love the sound of treats like these being cut into servings? *sigh*

I really cannot have Rice Krispie treats in the house, for fear of eating the whole pan by myself. In fact, I have been known to cut half the pan into bars, and wrap up the rest and hide it from the kids. Yes, I know, Bad Bad Mommy! I think the same about this recipe...danger ahead!

This Flaky marshmallow bars looks so beautiful with the colors, I'm sure it'll be a big hit with the kids! Nice colors! Although I'm to a big fan of Flaky, this sure looks yummy! I'm normally the one that will say no to flaky bars.